Illinois § 218
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 218, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 218.
30-Day interim order of protection. (a) Prerequisites. An interim order of protection shall issue if petitioner has served notice of the hearing for that order on respondent, in accordance with Section 211, and satisfies the requirements of this subsection for one or more of the requested remedies. For each remedy requested, petitioner shall establish that: (1) The court has jurisdiction under Section 208; (2) The requirements of Section 214 are satisfied; and (3) A general appearance was made or filed by or for respondent; or process was served on respondent in the manner required by Section 210; or the petitioner is diligently attempting to complete the required service of process. An interim order may not include the counseling, payment of support or monetary compensation remedies, unless the respondent has filed a general appearance or has been personally served. (b) Appearance by respondent. If respondent appears in court for this hearing for an interim order, he or she may elect to file a general appearance and testify. Any resulting order may be an interim order, governed by this Section. Notwithstanding the requirements of this Section, if all requirements of Section 219 have been met, the Court may issue a plenary order of protection. (Source: P.A. 87-1186.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 218
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 218 cover?
Section 218 is part of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the codified statutory law of Illinois. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Illinois § 218?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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